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Moat Barn, Moat Lane - Solar Panels

Awaiting ConstructionChecked 6 October 2026Last changed in the dataset 8 July 2025

Technology
Solar
Status
Awaiting Construction (Appeal Granted)
Operator or applicant
Private Developer
Location
Moat Barn, Moat Lane, Wickersley, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, S66 1DZ, United Kingdom
Planning authority
Rotherham
Planning application
RB2024/0638

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  • 29 April 2024 Planning application submitted
  • 28 August 2024 Planning permission refused
  • 13 June 2025 Appeal granted
  • 13 June 2028 Planning permission expired

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